Tracking politics for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
National News · PoliticsThailand-Cambodia border ceasefire holds; Thai travellers avoid the 50-km zone, heed travel advice and prepare for possible flare-up in 2026. Stay updated.
Politics · National NewsOver 1 million Thais, including 82,000 overseas, have registered for early voting in February's election. Sign up online, by mail or in person before 5 Jan.
Politics · EconomyFrom 20-baht Bangkok rail fares and higher welfare top-ups to a ฿1 trillion Land Bridge, see how each party’s 8 Feb pledges could reshape living costs and jobs.
Politics · National NewsThailand's 8 Feb 2024 election is set: 3,526 constituency hopefuls, 1,570 party-list bids and 94 PM nominees face vetting—see key timelines before voting day.
Politics · EconomyMore than 1,047,000 Thais have registered for advance voting in the 8 Feb 2026 election. Online sign-ups close 5 Jan—apply now to avoid polling-day queues.
Politics · National NewsEvacuees are returning to Thai border villages after the truce with Cambodia, but landmines and unexploded rockets still pose deadly threats. Stay updated.
Politics · EconomyFormer Bangkok candidate denied bail as probe uncovers 51/49 Thai-Lao shell firms laundering drug profits; learn how to spot high-risk companies in Thailand.
Politics · National NewsThailand Election 2026 sees a record 5,000 MP candidates and 94 PM hopefuls. Advance voting tops 830k—use the EC app to confirm polling place and deadlines.
Politics · EconomyLagging in polls, Pheu Thai courts undecided voters with debt relief, a 10,000-baht wallet and a tougher Cambodia border stance ahead of the Feb election.